HELICOPTER PILOT

Summary This job opportunity is for a Helicopter Pilot, position description D2929000, within the Army Aviation Support Facility of the New Jersey National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32, Excepted Service position. The purpose of this position is to pilot a variety of rotary wing aircraft in support of the missions and functions of the geographical area. Learn more about this agency Duties As an Aircraft Pilot, GS-2181-12 you may be expected to accomplish the following: Pilot a variety of fixed wing twin engine airplanes and utility helicopters to transport passengers and cargo to and from a variety of points Operates aircraft with short takeoff and landing capability, generally in good or fair weather conditions, but may include all types of weather, day and night over terrain such as forests, marshlands, mountain ranges, and open seas. Performs maintenance operation checks (MOCs) and limited and general test flights of aircraft to ensure airworthiness upon completion of extensive disassembly for maintenance, repair or replacement of components or aircraft systems. Performs general or limited test flights of aircraft when ground diagnostic tests cannot determine the safe and/or proper functioning of aircraft components or systems. Requirements Conditions of employment Areas of Consideration: CAT 4, Individuals eligible for membership in the New Jersey Army National Guard Additional Requirements Participation in direct deposit is mandatory Appointment is contingent upon Federal suitability review and background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license Additional Employment Requirements: -Participation in direct deposit is mandatory -May be required to successfully complete a probationary period -Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation -Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trial period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest. Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Compatible Military Assignments Appointments may require the selected candidate to be assigned to a *military unit* compatible with the full-time Military Technician (Dual Status) position. *Military Unit* -- The unit by which the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee; or a unit that the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee to support. (Guidance established by NJ HRO-J1) Qualifications Do you have the following General Experience(s)? Understanding of the occupation's basic principles and concepts One year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) Do you have the following Mandatory Qualification Requirements? A Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates -OR- appropriate military certifications Military ratings in the main-frame military aircraft of employment Specialized Experience: Do you have the following Specialized Experience(s)? 36 months of experience in the following; Piloting and instructing pilot skills in one or more of the following main-frame/military aircraft: Fixed-wing Rotary Remotely piloted aircraft Training and instructing others in the piloting of a specified main-frame military aircraft Supervising and/or conducting mission planning, mission preparations, filing of flight plans, and conducting crew briefings Traditional "stick and rudder" type controls for piloting aircraft direction, altitude, and speed Planning, scheduling, and conducting training flights through Federal Aviation Administration controlled national airspace Conducting particular missions and flying specific main-frame aircraft in combat tactics Flying in mountainous terrain Performing tactical remote site evaluations Performing landings on remote sites Providing ground and flight training Conducting night-vision operations or instructions Required flying hours: 1200 hours total military fixed wing flying time Education 1. Undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university 2. A Graduate Degree from an accredited civilian academic college or from an equivalent professional military education school is optimum 3. Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from an accredited civilian aviation program OR must have aviation certification from accredited military aviation school. Additional information Security Clearance Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade) Bonuses For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment. Telework The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval. NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour "Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations, ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so." Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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